What to expect if you've committed a speeding or red light offence

Information on what to do if you've been caught speeding or driving through a red light in Nottinghamshire.

How you will be notified of the offence

You will receive a Notice of Intended Prosecution after committing an offence. You will need to follow instructions on the notice, completing all relevant sections of the form and return it within 28 days.

What if I don't sign or ignore the Notice of Intended Prosecution?

Ignoring, failing to sign the notice or otherwise failing to provide details of the driver at the time of the offence is itself an offence that could lead to prosecution, placing six penalty points on your licence and a possible maximum fine of £1,000.

Educational courses

We give drivers the opportunity to attend nationally-approved educational courses as an alternative to prosecution after they have committed a speeding or red light offence. If you complete the course successfully, you won't incur any points or further fines in relation to your offence.

The course is subject to eligibility and forms part of a national programme, meaning you can complete the course in another police force area if you do not live in Nottinghamshire. The cost of the course can vary slightly, dependant on where it is taken. The duration of the course is approximately half-a-day.